Old Vine Project Chenin Blanc

Shellfish, Spicy food, Lean fish, Mild and soft cheese

The 2022 vintage was drier than what had been experienced in the last three years, and the warmer temperatures also contributed to further drying of the vines. This dryness resulted in significant concentration in the wines, as the grapes lost a considerable amount of moisture due to the heat. Additionally, the higher temperatures promoted ripeness and contributed to the structure that will be evident in the wines.

Fermented and aged in concrete egg-shaped vessels for 10 months.

The grapes are meticulously hand-harvested, and the bunches are gently pressed in our cellar. The resulting clear juice is then carefully transferred to concrete egg-shaped vessels for fermentation. Additionally, a small percentage undergoes fermentation in neutral barrels. After 4 months, the individual batches are evaluated and blended together and further aged for 5 months.

Waterford Estate is situated in the Blaauwklippen Valley on the rolling slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in the well-known Stellenbosch region. Waterford Estate prides themselves in making Fine Wine from carefully selected grapes. Winemaker, Mark Le Roux and viticulturist, David van Schalkwyk both believe a Fine Wine displays the character of its cultivar and a true sense of place. A Fine Wine should reflect the length on the palate, has a complexity of flavours, internal harmony between aromatics and the palate, and balance between its essential components.